Understanding ADHD, Together
Tips, tricks, and resources from our team of industry experts.

The term “iPad kids” is quickly gaining a negative connotation. According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, American children ages 8-18 have 7.5 hours of screentime per day, with some teens reporting up to 9. This isn’t necessarily a surprise, considering the average adult has 7 themselves. We all know the dangerous side effects of excessive screen time: eye strain, trouble focusing, poor sleep and behavior, emotional dependency… the list goes on. T

We know that children with ADHD’s brains function differently, but did you know their eyes may be as well? Studies have shown that children with ADHD are more likely to have vision problems than their peers, with specific eyesight challenges often missed in standard school vision exams. At Unlockt, we use vision tracking to monitor children’s eye movements to help determine if any underlying issues are worsening ADHD symptoms. Read on to learn more about common challenges a

By now, you’ve likely heard of the “summer slide” and might be wondering what exactly (or how serious) it really is. Essentially, it’s a loss of academic skills, especially reading and math, that can occur over summer break. It ranges from child to child, but studies have shown up to an entire third of all gains from the school year may be lost. At Unlockt, we know how much the summer slide can impact children with ADHD, who already struggle with disruptions to routine and b